By Olivia Clark
At Camp Cristina in Riverview, the summer is set for exploration, skill enhancement and outdoor fun. Registrations are now open for the camp’s 10-week summer program designed to offer hands-on and natural confidence-inspiring experience.
Signature Camp at Camp Cristina features a rotating lineup of activities for children that take place all day long and include swimming, STEM projects, arts and crafts, outdoor education and team-building games. Campers are closely monitored and grouped according to age, with counselors providing guidance in a structured environment where children can remain physically active and mentally stimulated.
Camp Cristina has a variety of specialty camps for older campers with particular interests. In Horse Camp, participants learn the basics of grooming, go on trail rides and gain confidence working with horses. Swim Camp focuses on water safety and swim instruction with certified staff to help campers build skills in and around the water. Lifeguard Camp offers aquatics leadership skills, teamwork and hands-on training that generates responsibility and prepares young adults for future certification opportunities.
Campers can also take part in Adventure Camp, which includes activities like archery, exploring the lake and team challenges that promote cooperation and problem-solving. The Counselors in Training and Junior Lifeguards programs offer leadership skills, communication skills and hands-on training in a nurturing environment focusing on growth and responsibility.
Thus, families can add on to the traditional camp day, which runs from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., with weekly add-ons, such as swim lessons, gymnastics and extended care. Add-ons vary according to the age group and availability and can be chosen during registration. There is a nonrefundable deposit at registration and a separate deposit for select teen leadership programs.
Camp Cristina is one of the Tampa YMCA’s ACA-accredited camps, which is reflected in the national standards for safety, staff training and program quality. This places the camp among the few day camps in Florida meeting the standards set by the American Camp Association.
For further information or to register, visit www.tampaymca.org/letscamp or the Tampa YMCA registration portal. Families are advised to register their children at the earliest opportunity to avoid missing out on available sessions.
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